Corporate Counsel Jobs in Ohio
Corporate Counsel jobs in Ohio are actively sought across the state's robust legal markets, with demand concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and insurance sectors and openings at every level from junior associate counsel through senior general counsel. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, anchored by large employers such as Nationwide, Progressive, and Procter & Gamble that maintain substantial in-house legal teams. Compliance, M&A, and employment law are the most in-demand specialties for corporate counsels in Ohio right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Great American is looking for an attorney to join our Property & Casualty Group Legal Department in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. This position will provide legal advice and counsel in support of our business units and shared services groups with a particular focus on reviewing third party agreements and other vendor relationship matters. The successful candidate will be a professional with excellent communication and analytical skills who complements our existing team.
Our legal team is dedicated to providing the best possible legal support to Great American, and our team members must demonstrate flexibility while working as both subject matter specialists and general advisors. This position is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing lawyer who is seeking a legal role that works closely with management teams throughout the organization.
This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling a wide variety of legal issues and who is looking for a sophisticated and dynamic legal career, all while maintaining work/life balance.
Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Review, negotiate and provide counsel on a wide range of contracts for our Property & Casualty Group.
- Counsel business and corporate services operations on insurance matters and general commercial and legal issues.
- Develop relationships throughout the Company so that legal advice is tailored to the unique needs of each of our specialty insurance divisions.
- Collaboratively work with other members of the Legal team to achieve optimal results for our business clients.
- Engage in issue spotting, risk assessment, and problem solving on a daily basis.
- Partner with other business support groups to assist in educating business clients on commercial and contractual issues.
- Handle other matters within P&C Legal as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Excellent academic credentials, including a JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
- 3+ years of prior relevant experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
- Experience drafting and negotiating agreements of all types, including technology contracts, services agreements and other commercial contracts.
- Common sense, good judgment, and solution-oriented attitude toward legal issues.
- Ability to solve problems and to provide practical, risk-based advice.
- Communicate clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and on a team.
- The level and title of this position will be commensurate with experience.
Business Unit:
Property & Casualty LegalBenefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Great American is looking for an attorney to join our Property & Casualty Group Legal Department in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. This position will provide legal advice and counsel in support of our business units and shared services groups with a particular focus on reviewing third party agreements and other vendor relationship matters. The successful candidate will be a professional with excellent communication and analytical skills who complements our existing team.
Our legal team is dedicated to providing the best possible legal support to Great American, and our team members must demonstrate flexibility while working as both subject matter specialists and general advisors. This position is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing lawyer who is seeking a legal role that works closely with management teams throughout the organization.
This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling a wide variety of legal issues and who is looking for a sophisticated and dynamic legal career, all while maintaining work/life balance.
Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Review, negotiate and provide counsel on a wide range of contracts for our Property & Casualty Group.
- Counsel business and corporate services operations on insurance matters and general commercial and legal issues.
- Develop relationships throughout the Company so that legal advice is tailored to the unique needs of each of our specialty insurance divisions.
- Collaboratively work with other members of the Legal team to achieve optimal results for our business clients.
- Engage in issue spotting, risk assessment, and problem solving on a daily basis.
- Partner with other business support groups to assist in educating business clients on commercial and contractual issues.
- Handle other matters within P&C Legal as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Excellent academic credentials, including a JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
- 3+ years of prior relevant experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
- Experience drafting and negotiating agreements of all types, including technology contracts, services agreements and other commercial contracts.
- Common sense, good judgment, and solution-oriented attitude toward legal issues.
- Ability to solve problems and to provide practical, risk-based advice.
- Communicate clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and on a team.
- The level and title of this position will be commensurate with experience.
Business Unit:
Property & Casualty LegalBenefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
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Corporate Counsel Job Market in Ohio
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The qualifications that appear most often in corporate counsel jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio bar admission or admission in a reciprocal state recognized in Ohio
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Three or more years of in-house or law firm corporate law experience
- Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and commercial transactions
- Experience advising on regulatory compliance in healthcare, financial services, or manufacturing
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional stakeholder engagement
Corporate Counsel Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a corporate counsel in Ohio?
You become a corporate counsel in Ohio by earning a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and passing the Ohio Bar Examination administered by the Supreme Court of Ohio's Office of Bar Admissions. After admission, attorneys practicing in Ohio must maintain their license through continuing legal education requirements set by the Ohio Supreme Court. Attorneys licensed in other states may seek Ohio admission by motion if they meet eligibility requirements. Most in-house roles also expect several years of transactional or regulatory law experience before hiring.
How much do corporate counsels make in Ohio?
Corporate counsels in Ohio earn a median of about $131,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,790 for the lowest 10% to over $269,530 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire corporate counsels in Ohio?
Employers hiring corporate counsels in Ohio right now include Restaurant365, Mettler-Toledo, and JACK Entertainment, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major insurance carriers, and large integrated health systems means in-house legal departments here tend to be well-staffed and hire with some regularity.
Which Ohio cities have the most corporate counsel jobs?
Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland are the Ohio cities with the most corporate counsel openings, driven by the concentration of corporate headquarters, major insurance companies, and large health systems in Columbus, the deep manufacturing and financial sector base in Cleveland, and the consumer goods and banking presence in Cincinnati that together sustain robust in-house legal hiring across all three metros.
Are there remote corporate counsel jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than many legal roles, because corporate counsel work centers on advising, drafting, and reviewing documents rather than appearing in court. About 100% of corporate counsel openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of in-house practice. Contract review, compliance advising, and employment matters are the specialties most frequently offered with flexible or fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a corporate counsel in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to associate or junior counsel roles at Ohio's large insurance carriers and health systems, which regularly bring on new attorneys for contract and compliance work. Companies such as Nationwide and Cleveland Clinic offer structured early-career legal programs and rotate associates through different practice areas. Candidates who pass the Ohio Bar quickly after graduation, gain a clerkship with an Ohio state or federal court, or complete a summer associate placement at a Columbus or Cleveland firm handling corporate matters are positioned most competitively for in-house openings.
Where can I find and apply to corporate counsel jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to corporate counsel jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your practice area and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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